Organization Policies
I Agree
1. VOLUNTEER APPLICATION STATUS
I understand and agree that submitting this application form does not automatically register me as a volunteer at The San Diego LGBT Community Center, and that there may be certain qualifications I must meet, including the acceptance of established volunteer policies and procedures before I may begin volunteering.
2. CONSENT FOR REFERENCE AND BACKGROUND CHECKS
As an applicant for volunteer services with The San Diego LGBT Community Center (The Center), I recognize that beginning volunteer service with The Center is conditional upon my successfully passing reference and background screenings. I understand that The Center may conduct Reference and Background Checks thoroughly and within the confines of all applicable state and federal laws.
In consideration of The Center's review of my volunteer application, I hereby release, discharge, and exonerate The Center, its agents, employees, assigns, and representatives and any individuals or entities furnishing information from any and all claims or liabilities that might arise from the inquiry into or disclosure of such information, including claims under any federal, state, or local civil rights law and any claims for defamation or invasion of privacy.
I hereby voluntarily consent to and authorize The Center, or its authorized representative bearing this release or copy thereof, in connection with my volunteer application with The Center, to conduct inquiries related to my character, general reputation, personal characteristics, or mode of living. This information may include but is not necessarily limited to the following:
- Criminal and Civil History
- Certification and Licensing (if required for volunteer position)
- Educational Credentials (if required for volunteer position)
- Reference Checks
I authorize all persons who may have information relevant to this research to disclose such information to The Center, or its agents, and I hereby release all persons from liability on account of true and accurate disclosure.
I understand that I will be immediately informed should the background check reveal some adverse information. If no adverse information is received, I will not receive any further communication on this issue.
By submitting this form, I attest that the information I have provided on the form is true and accurate. By checking the "I AGREE" box below, I am agreeing to items 1 and 2 listed above.
* Should the volunteer applicant choose not to check the box below or have any questions, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@thecentersd.org.
